
Swimming in Auschwitz
“Survival stories of six women”
Synopsis
Six Jewish women, from different countries and different backgrounds, found themselves deported to the notorious concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, during the Holocaust. This film attempts to chronicle that experience through those same female eyes. While subject to the same physical hardships as men, these women do not dwell on that. Instead, they speak of camp families and faith, uplifting one another while trying to remain human. It was this path of spiritual resistance that, while not responsible for their direct survival, led to their ability to survive with healthy minds and spirits despite the constant barrage of their surroundings. Swimming in Auschwitz gives us a perspective of the camp, its surroundings and the Holocaust that we need to understand and remember, so that we never forget.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
Santa Barbara Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$125K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Kean
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Kean
- Original Score
- Miamon Miller, Laura Hall
- Original Title
- Swimming in Auschwitz
- Country of Origin
- Poland, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Budget
- $125K
- Production Studios
- Bala Cynwyd Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Kean
Jon Kean
Miamon Miller, Laura Hall
Mark Mervis
Anne Stein
Michael Berenbaum, Jon Kean
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Kean
Director
Anne Stein
Editor
Mark Mervis
Director of Photography
Jon Kean
Writer
Jon Kean
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Swimming in Auschwitz.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Swimming in Auschwitz.
list23
War Documentaries
More Like Swimming in Auschwitz
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.












Frequently Asked Questions About Swimming in Auschwitz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Swimming in Auschwitz about?
Six Jewish women, from different countries and different backgrounds, found themselves deported to the notorious concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, during the Holocaust. This film attempts to chronicle that experience through those same female eyes. While subject to the same physical hardships as men, these women do not dwell on that. Instead, they speak of camp families and faith, uplifting one another while trying to remain human. It was this path of spiritual resistance that, while not responsible for their direct survival, led to their ability to survive with healthy minds and spirits despite the constant barrage of their surroundings. Swimming in Auschwitz gives us a perspective of the camp, its surroundings and the Holocaust that we need to understand and remember, so that we never forget.
Who directed Swimming in Auschwitz?
Swimming in Auschwitz was directed by Jon Kean.
Who stars in Swimming in Auschwitz?
The principal cast of Swimming in Auschwitz includes Rena Drexler, Linda Sherman, Lili Majzner, Eva Beckmann, Renee Firestone.
When was Swimming in Auschwitz released and how long is it?
Swimming in Auschwitz was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Swimming in Auschwitz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Swimming in Auschwitz was composed by Miamon Miller, Laura Hall.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Swimming in Auschwitz?
Swimming in Auschwitz holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).
